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Grand Rapids' first Mini Maker Faire fills all three floors of Public Museum

Submitted 08-31-2014 under NEWS

The Grand Rapids Mini Maker Faire launched a successful first day, if measured by the long line to get in at the Grand Rapids Public Museum. Though the name may leave people thinking assuming it's a craft or art fair, the event draws more...

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Pinky, Queen of Cakes, opens Bakery 73; takes on ArtPrize with edible entry

Submitted 08-26-2014 under NEWS

Since going solo this past May, Jamie Springer, aka Pinky, has been busy operating out of the relocated Skywalk Deli at 920 Monroe Avenue. To be fair, and accord her the regal moniker she has earned in reputation over 30 plus years, Pinky, Queen of...

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Gaia staff hope to raise funds, keep doors open

Submitted 08-26-2014 under NEWS

On Sunday, August 31, East Hills neighborhood staple Gaia Cafe will close its doors.  According to the Facebook page, Gaia is closing "due to ownerships [Sic] personal endeavors." The owner could not be immediately reached for comment...

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GOSite Pop Up introductory site open to public

Submitted 08-26-2014 under NEWS

The GOSite is open on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays until September 13. The information center located at the Grand Rapids Art Museum (GRAM) is currently gleaning public insight as to how GOSite will continue to develop.  GOSite is staffed...

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Avenue for the Arts to host professional development workshop

Submitted 08-26-2014 under NEWS

Break it Down, Make it Better will take place at 307 South Division on September 5, beginning at 5:30. Free to Avenue for the Arts members and Artprize 2014 Venue representatives, online registration opened August 1. The public is invited to attend...

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Catalyst Radio: Food bank use increasing, according to Feeding America report

Submitted 08-22-2014 under NEWS

Don't have time to listen now? Download the mp3 and listen at your leisure.   INTERVIEW In this episode of Catalyst Radio we focus on Hunger in America, and more specifically, in West Michigan.  The hunger-relief organization Feeding...

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City officials monitor growth trends, watch for indicators of gentrification

Submitted 08-21-2014 under NEWS

Grand Rapids is one of the few economies in Michigan to be making a rebound. In recent years there has been a lot of high end construction in the downtown area. There are now all kinds of restaurants, shops and businesses that cater to high end...

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Last Movies in the Park to show double feature

Submitted 08-19-2014 under NEWS

The last of this summer's popular Movies in the Park will take place on Friday, August 22 at Ah-Nab-Awen Park. Screening of the voter's choice, The Sandlot, will start at dusk. Following that, Jurassic Park will screen. Both films were...

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Diners take advantage of sweet, savory deals as Restaurant Week continues

Submitted 08-19-2014 under NEWS

Restaurant Week continues in Grand Rapids through August 24. Over 60 area restaurants are participating in this year's event including neighborhood favorites like Grove, Red Jet Cafe, Terra GR and The Mitten ...

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Ramen shop to open on South Division

Submitted 08-19-2014 under NEWS

The man who brought Grand Rapids Full Moon Supper Club, Propaganda Doughnuts and grand prize winner of the Cooking Channel's "Doughnut Showdown" is about to open the doors to his latest eatery, The Bandit Queen, a ramen shop and tea...

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